I find myself wonderin’ if they like me Already shapin’ answers just to please More worried how I’m coming off Than what it feels like underneath We’re strangers pretending it’s a test When really it’s a chance to connect But my self-doubt walks in loud Got me doin’ too much, tryna earn respect — Don’t tell me that you ready When you not ready for love Sayin’ what you think I need Instead of what you really mean I’d rather you leave now Than end up later alone So don’t tell me that you ready When you not ready for love — It feels right ‘til it asks for more Feels easy when it’s just the start. But when love holds up a mirror It don’t just light you—it shows your dark We say we’re ready, then start to fold When closeness calls for truth, not show Thought love would heal, but didn’t know It’s also work. It’s letting go. — What is love, love, love? What is love, love, love? What is love… If it runs when it’s real? If it breaks when it heals? What is love… love… love…? — Don’t tell me that you ready When you not ready for love…
